Site of the First Congress of the Chinese Communist Party 🇨🇳

Located at 76 Xingye Road in Shanghai's Xintiandi area, the Site of the First National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party offers a fascinating window into modern Chinese history. Housed inside preserved historical shikumen buildings—formerly 106 Rue Wantz in the Shanghai French Concession—this significant red tourism museum marks the exact location where the party's founding congress took place in July 1921. Originally the residence of founding member Li Hanjun, the site once served as a local noodle shop before being identified, purchased, and carefully restored.

When you visit today, you will explore thoughtful exhibits detailing China's national story, Shanghai's urban evolution, and the foundational events of the CCP. Inside the museum, which incorporates current museological trends, you can view significant historic artifacts, including photos of Comintern representatives like Vladimir Neumann and displays honoring key founders such as Chen Duxiu. The preserved downstairs space recreates the original meeting environment confirmed by attendee Dong Biwu, while expanded collection items touch on major eras through the Cultural Revolution.

It stands today as one of Shanghai's premier national cultural relics under state protection, making it an essential stop for travelers interested in 20th-century political history.

What to see at Site of the First Congress of the Chinese Communist Party

• Historic 1921 meeting location set within traditional Shanghai shikumen architecture
• Exhibits detailing the history of Shanghai, China, and the founding of the CCP
• Meticulously replicated downstairs interior where the initial congress took place
• Revised collections showcasing key party founders, historic photographs, and cultural items

Visiting tips

Take the Shanghai Metro directly to the site by using either the South Huangpi Road station or Xintiandi station, both of which are named after the museum.

How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Morning

How to get there & what’s nearby

Site of the First Congress of the Chinese Communist Party is easy to reach on Shanghai’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Shanghai Grand Theatre and Xiaotaoyuan Mosque. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Shanghai travel guide.